School Administrator/Receptionist

Office Angels; Woking; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free on-site parking

Tea and coffee

Gym facilities

Learning and development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working

Term-time working with school holidays

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a School Administrator / Receptionist in Woking to be the first point of contact for students, parents and staff. The role delivers efficient administrative support, front-of-house reception, and records management across the school office.

You will handle enquiries, assist with events and examinations, and ensure deadlines are met. The position emphasises safeguarding, confidentiality and professional communication within a busy educational setting.

Qualifications

• Previous administration or receptionist experience within a busy environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience maintaining records and using IT systems.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.
• Experience using SIMS or similar management information systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Professional approach with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional and welcoming front-of-house reception service.
• Handle enquiries via telephone, email and face-to-face.
• Provide general administrative support, including document preparation, filing and record keeping.
• Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office, Outlook, SIMS and other management information systems.
• Assist with the organisation of events, examinations, projects and functions.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, reports and purchase orders.
• Provide printing, photocopying, finishing and collation of documents.
• Ensure information and documentation is processed efficiently and within agreed deadlines.
• Assist with displays, notices and promotional materials when required.
• Respond promptly to communication requests and general enquiries.
• Support safeguarding procedures and provide first aid assistance where required.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Skills

Reception experience

Organisational skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

IT systems

SIMS experience

Confidentiality

Independent worker

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

SIMS

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

School Administrator / Receptionist

Location: Woking, Surrey
Salary: £21,250 - £23,884 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 36 Hours Per Week, Term Time Plus 5 Inset Days (39 Weeks Per Year)
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 4:15pm, Friday 8:45am - 4:15pm
Start Date: ASAP
Essential Requirement: Applicants must hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate with Children's Barred List Check.

About the Role

We are seeking an organised, professional and proactive School Administrator / Receptionist to join a busy educational environment in Woking.

This is a varied role where you will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff and visitors whilst providing efficient administrative support across the organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office and delivering an excellent reception service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a professional and welcoming front-of-house reception service.
• Handle enquiries via telephone, email and face-to-face.
• Provide general administrative support, including document preparation, filing and record keeping.
• Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office, Outlook, SIMS and other management information systems.
• Assist with the organisation of events, examinations, projects and functions.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, reports and purchase orders.
• Provide printing, photocopying, finishing and collation of documents.
• Ensure information and documentation is processed efficiently and within agreed deadlines.
• Assist with displays, notices and promotional materials when required.
• Respond promptly to communication requests and general enquiries.
• Support safeguarding procedures and provide first aid assistance where required.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous administration or receptionist experience within a busy environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience maintaining records and using IT systems.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.
• Experience using SIMS or similar management information systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Professional approach with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational environment.
• Experience supporting students within an administrative setting.
• First Aid qualification.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free tea and coffee.
• Access to gym facilities.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Term-time working with school holidays off.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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